NonFiction PhotoDiscover the story behind the picture with experts in the field of media and journalism from the University of Groningen and hear their perspectives on the work displayed at the World Press Photo 2022 Exhibition. Knowledge is power. Get some.
Tuesday 17 nov | 20.00 - 22.00 | English Spoken
Come and enjoy a tasting in the midst of the exhibitions. Try quality snacks and wine with a special story. Host Michael Roman from restaurant de Zevende Hemel will be hosting the evening and presents the flavors of local entrepreneurs.
Finish off with tour of Future Food and the World Press Photo Exhibition 2022.
Programme
Tuesday 2 dec | 20.00 - 22.00 | English Spoken
Deze avond biedt de laatste kans om te genieten van onze exhibities. De Finissage is dit Visual Academy staat jaar in het teken van makers: leer exposerende fotografen kennen tijdens de Meet & Greet of presenteer je eigen portfolio.
Programme carousel
Saturday 3 dec | 14.30 - 15.30 | English Spoken
Jorge Moreno
During this tour, photographer Jorge Moreno will offer a technical vision on the photographs in this exhibition. He will talk about the reasons behind why the photographs were taken the way they were and provide some insight into what photographers have to keep in mind in order to take the most effective photo for the story they want to tell.
Sunday 4 dec | 14.30 - 15.30 | English Spoken
Dr. David Shim
In his tour, David Shim will speak about the meeting points between politics and visual culture. He discusses the visual dimension of world politics and the political dimension of the visual by specifically focusing on social and environmental justice in World Press Photo's visual narratives in his talk.
We bring the exhibition to life by looking behind the pictures and stories. How do images arise, how do they connect themes they represent and what is the bigger picture? Numerous experts are flown in to give you that bit of extra context. Try a tour, lecture or a full night and more, more, more!
This year we offer the Academy programme in both English and Dutch. Booking can be done online or at the door during the festival. Tickets start from €12.50 or €7.50 with a student or stadjerspas discount. When you are inside you can remain until closing time, so by all means stick around after your tour or event.
Sunday 13 nov | 14.30 - 15.30 | Dutch Spoken
Sunday 27 nov | 14.30 - 15.30 | Dutch Spoken
Dennis Lapré
Photographer and educator Dennis Lapré will talk about how a picture is created. He will focus on the technical aspects of photography, how to arrange a composition, lighting and other photography techniques. Join him for a walk-through of the World Press Photo Exhibition 2022 and learn all about the techniques used in the photos.
Sunday 20 nov | 14.30 - 15.30 | Dutch Spoken
Marion Verwey
During the tour, Marion Verwey will talk about the vision of the photographer. How does a photographer translate an experience into an image and how can you perceive this as a viewer? Break down iconic images of the World Press Photo Exhibition 2022 with her.
Saturday 3 dec | 14.30 - 15.30 | English Spoken
Jorge Moreno
During this tour, photographer Jorge Moreno will offer a technical vision on the photographs in this exhibition. He will talk about the reasons behind why the photographs were taken the way they were and provide some insight into what photographers have to keep in mind in order to take the most effective photo for the story they want to tell.
Saturday 26 nov | 14.40 - 15.30 | English Spoken
Dr. Dana Mustata
Dr. Dana Mustata will be giving a lecture on visual storytelling. She will talk about the visual culture of social protests: how do narratives of social resistance unpack through the use of images? Join her on Saturday the 26th of November!
Saturday 12 nov | 14.30 - 15.30 | English Spoken
Saturday 19 nov | 14.30 - 15.30 | English Spoken
Dr. Richard Stupart
During the tour, Dr. Richard Stupart will talk about humanitarian journalism and working in a conflict. He will focus on the concept of ‘The Photographer as a Witness’, and discuss the moral duties the position entails and the effects of photos as witness accounts. A fascinating insight on the challenges journalists face in the modern age.
Sunday 4 dec | 14.30 - 15.30 | English Spoken
Dr. David Shim
In his tour, David Shim will speak about the meeting points between politics and visual culture. He discusses the visual dimension of world politics and the political dimension of the visual by specifically focusing on social and environmental justice in World Press Photo's visual narratives in his talk.
Tuesday 17 nov | 20.00 - 22.00 | English Spoken
Come and enjoy a tasting in the midst of the exhibitions. Try quality snacks and wine with a special story. Host Michael Roman from restaurant de Zevende Hemel will be hosting the evening and presents the flavors of local entrepreneurs.
Finish off with tour of Future Food and the World Press Photo Exhibition 2022.
Programme
Tuesday 2 dec | 20.00 - 22.00 | English Spoken
Come and celebrate the end of the NonFiction Photo Festival with us on Friday the 2nd of December! Language no problem. With tours, talks and portfolio checks!
Programme carousel
Tuesday 17 nov | 20.00 - 22.00 | English Spoken
Students who love photography can indulge themselves during this special evening at the NonFiction Photo Festival. On 17 of November you will have the festival space all to yourself and can enjoy tours, and talks on Future Food and the World Press Photo Exhibition 2022 all night.
Programme
Dr David Shim
Dr. David Shim works as a researcher and assistant professor at the University of Groningen. He specializes in the fields of International Relations, Visual Studies and East Asian Studies. In his research he focuses on the intersections between visual culture and politics.
Dennis Lapré
Dennis Lapré is a real veteran in the business of photography. He has done interesting documentary projects on the aftermath of the war in Srebrenica and loves working with meticulous photo techniques. He is an experienced teacher with the Noorderpoort and Alfa College in Groningen, among others.
Dr Richard Stupart
During the tour, Dr. Richard Stupart will talk about humanitarian journalism and working in a conflict. He will focus on the concept of ‘The Photographer as a Witness’, and discuss the moral duties the position entails and the effects of photos as witness accounts. A fascinating insight on the challenges journalists face in the modern age.
Dr Scott Eldridge
Dr. Scott Eldridge works as an assistant professor and author at the University of Groningen. He specializes in digital journalism and has published a handful of important books that have challenged us to think differently about the journalistic field.
Andrea Hooymans
Andrea Hooymans is the director of NonFiction Photo who hopes to change the world through art. She's a champion of the NFP community with the memorable photo festival. Her goal: world domination. In practice: fun, work days that end after midnight and substantive discussions.
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NonFiction Photo Festival Groningen
November - December 2023
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